PLAN YOUR MONTHS Take a peek at our Photo Gallery to see the FUN we have!

2009

November

• Nov. 21 -- 9-12 Volunteers needed at Crescent Lake. http://florida.sierraclub.org/suncoast/CrescentLake09.htm.
• ALL MONTH Check out what is happening, in Nov. on the ‘other side of the pond.’  http://florida.sierraclub.org/tampabay/section.asp?month=11&year=2009&section=event.
• 4TH Wed. of Month: GREEN DRINKS
• FRIDAYS: The World Cafe Connecting People through Conversations
  that Matter….

December

• Dec. 8 Pinellas County Commission Dec. Work Session: Solid Waste Collections and Curbside Recycling Discussion; Citizen Comments.  Here’s the link for that agenda page: http://www.pinellascounty.org/BCC_worksession.htm.  It is the  4th of 4 agenda items.
• Dec. 9- HILLSBOROUGH FERTILIZER ORDINANCE WORKSHOP
• Dec. 17th, Thur. – Our yearly fundraiser Wacky Auction and Potluck will take place at Moccasin Lake Park off of Drew St. and Hwy 19 in Clearwater. Bring a gently used item to auction and raise $$$ for our causes and bring a dish to share. We have had tents, TV sets, high chairs and hiking boots. Some people get beautiful items to give for Christmas. And, we have soooo much fun. Call Joyce at 526-5065 for more info.
• Every Friday Connecting People through Conversations that matter. More info at http://florida.sierraclub.org/suncoast/ConnectingPeoplethruConversations.htm.
• Dec. 19-- 9-12 Volunteers needed at Crescent Lake. http://florida.sierraclub.org/suncoast/CrescentLake09.htm.
• Don't forget the many OUTINGS. http://florida.sierraclub.org/suncoast/OUTINGS.html.

2010

Jan. 21st, Thur. – Artic Adventures - hear about Rudy Scheffer’s recent trip to the Artic and view his FABULOUS slides. Come to Moccasin Lake Park in Clearwater off of Drew St. and Hwy. 19. Meeting starts at 7:00 and visitors are welcome. Call Joyce at 526-5065.

Feb. 27th, Sat – Sweetwater Organic Farm 2 tour including composting, worm casting, seeding, greenhouse, planting, weeding & chickens, harvesting, water treatment & then salad-making-lunch!! We’ll meet & carpool so please RSVP by contacting Mary at 551-0307

March 20th, Sat. - Fort DeSoto Beach cleanup and picnic will be held at Shelter #3. Join us on the first day of spring to keep our jewel of a beach beautiful and have fun in this serene setting with other environmentalists. Contact Mary for more info 551-0307

April – We will table at many of the Earth Day events. Call to volunteer. Joyce 526-5065.

Date to be announced – Come to our Wine and Cheese Fundraiser to be held at Lucy’s home in Palm Harbor. Enjoy delicious treats and hear a noted speaker on the environment. Details to follow later or call Joyce at 526-5065.

Help us help others plan their months. E-mail us about your favorite trips and places. E-mail us a link to your favorite wild areas (no commercial submissions, please), or write up a description of a great place to camp, paddle or play in the great Florida outdoors. [you can even send photos!]. 

In addition to the special events which occur during each month, in Florida, we are so fortunate to be able to PLAY in the great outdoors, all year round.

[By the way-if you are having trouble with any of the links, please let us know]

Tips for Visiting Our National Parks

Did you know:

• Visit the parks on Fee-Free Weekends to avoid paying entrance and parking fees
• Many national parks never charge an entrance fee.

Whether your visit to a national park is a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage or a regular weekend outing, you'll want to check out our tips on how to get the most out of your visit with the least hassle (and expense). Download these tips as a printable pdf.